These chewy chocolate chip cookie bars feature warm brown sugar flavors, a hint of espresso powder, and loads of sweet and salty goodness throughout.
Author:Kate
Prep Time:10
Cook Time:30
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:20
Category:Dessert
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1–1/2 cups brown sugar
½ cup sugar
2–1/2 teaspoons of espresso powder or instant coffee
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2–1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1–1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1–1/2 teaspoons salt
2–1/2 cups semisweet/dark chocolate chunks (depending on your preference)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9×13” pan (or line it with foil and then grease for easy removal). Set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter, brown sugar, and sugar with the paddle attachment until fluffy, about 2 minutes.. Scrape the sides of the bowl, add the espresso powder followed by the eggs one at a time, stirring after each addition until each are incorporated. Add the vanilla, flour, baking soda, and salt and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chunks and press the dough into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the center is set and no longer jiggling. Bake time may differ depending on the type of pan used. Allow to cool and then slice and enjoy!